The gamchha can be a handkerchief, scarf, towel, sheet, garment, and even a blanket. The multipurpose chequered fabric synonymous with India’s working class is particularly noticeable in the warm and humid regions of East and Southeast Bangladesh, Bengal, Bihar, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala where it is used to wipe sweat […]
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Jaya Jaitly’s latest book is a departure from what came before — from textile, craft and all things handmade. Instead, it’s a deep dive into design thinking. Inspirations for Graphic Design from India, co-authored with professor Dimple Bahl of the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) and published by Arthshila Trust, advocates an overhaul of […]
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Jaya Jaitly | Photo Credit: Special arrangement No matter how fancy a mall is, it can never match up to the energy of an Indian bazaar. The human engagement, the hustle bustle the aroma of street food, the colourful crafts and discussions with craftsmen, are all unique to crafts bazaars, says Dastkari Haat Samiti president […]
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